Study in Spain
Here’s a comprehensive guide for all Indian students who want to study in Spain
Spain is one of the easiest places to make new friends, experience the real fiesta (party) attitude and enjoy lovely, warm, Mediterranean weather! Who wouldn’t want to study abroad in such a welcoming place?
Apart from the overall exciting atmosphere, Spain is home to many universities and colleges that welcome thousands of foreign students each year. While you study and prepare to become a specialist in your chosen field, you will also enrich your cultural horizons by seeing and admiring some really amazing attractions.
From white, sandy beaches and blue seas, to the ski slopes of the Pyrenees and to the ancient villages of Granada, Spain truly offers both natural and urban splendours.
Embrace the chance to sharpen your Spanish skills and enjoy a relaxed and multicultural environment while you study abroad in Spain!
Student visa requirements for Spain
Application description
After 90 days, the student must apply for a Foreigner Identity Card. You will need to complete an application form. Depending on how the Spanish authorities in India have regulated visa submission, you will have to submit the application form along with the necessary documents at the Spanish Embassy, a Spanish consulate or an embassy or consulate of another Schengen country to which Spain has outsourced visa submission.
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Visa duration
UP TO 90 DAYS
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Other information
The legal deadline to make a decision is 1 month from the day following the date of submission of the application, but this deadline may be extended when additional documents are requested or an interview is held.
How to Apply to a Master's in Spain
What documents do I need to provide to apply in Spain?
To apply to a university in Spain you will likely be asked to provide some of the following documents:
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birth certificate;
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recent photos;
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your passport or national identity card;
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one or more reference letters from past employers or teachers;
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copies of past diplomas or certificates, including your graduated Bachelor's degree;
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academic transcripts;
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letter of intent;
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Curriculum Vitae;
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Some form of proof that you can support your stay in the country during your studies.
Depending on the subject or specialization of your chosen Master's, you might also be asked to provide scores for additional tests like the GRE, GMAT or LSAT. Check if your programme requires any of these, or others.
The list of documents depends on the specific requirements of universities in Spain so you might be asked to include additional documents. It’s also likely you’ll have to provide official English translations of your documents, or translations in the local language.
Work after graduation in Spain
Want to work in Spain after graduation? If you’re from India, you will need a work permit to get a full-time job in Spain after finishing your studies.
First things first! In Spain, you can choose a work permit like the Work Permit to remain in the country and work full-time. Read our work permit info below and start planning!
Top Universities to study in Spain
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When deciding which university to study at, it is crucial that you also look at the world university rankings.
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University of Deusto
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EU Business School
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ISDI - Digital Business School
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Barcelona Technology School
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Harbour.Space University
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Cost of living in Spain
Let's take a closer look at tuition and living expenses in Spain:
Tuition fees in Spain
Talking about tuition fees at Spanish universities can get a bit complicated. But we'll do our best to keep everything simple and crystal clear.
The tuition fees we'll list below usually apply to students coming from the EU/EEA. If you're not in this category, you can encounter 3 different situations:
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pay the same tuition as EU/EEA citizens
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pay tuition that is 1,000–1,500 EUR more expensive
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pay tuition that is 2 or even 3 times higher
Tuition at public universities
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150–3,500 EUR/year for Bachelor’s degrees
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300–3,500 EUR/year for Master’s degrees
Tuition at private universities
Most degrees will cost under 20,000 EUR per academic year. However, you can expect to pay over 25,000 or even 30,000 EUR per year for some business programmes.
Accommodation costs
Depending on the city, the type of accommodation (student residence halls vs rented flat), and the exact location of your housing, prices for accommodation range between 250 and 1,000 EUR/month. Prices for rent are the highest in cities like Madrid and Barcelona.
Choosing a student residence will save you some money as the price for a room is usually between 350 and 650 EUR/month.
Healthcare
If you come from an EU/EEA country, you can use the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) for any healthcare services in a Spanish public hospital or clinic. However, you should acquire it prior to your departure in Spain. Non-EU/EEA students should arrange a private health insurance in Spain to cover the duration of their stay.
Emergency healthcare is guaranteed regardless of your nationality, but you may be charged for the services.
Food costs
Food bills from local supermarkets would cost between 200 and 400 EUR/month. If you want to grab a meal at an inexpensive restaurant, it would cost you around 10 EUR, while drinks in bars and pubs have prices that start from 3 EUR.
On average, living costs for students in Spain range between 700 and 1,100 EUR/month.
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